The owner of a building or house kept vacant shall acquire or otherwise maintain general liability insurance in an amount of not less than $300,000 for buildings designed primarily for use as residential units, including buildings containing no more than four dwelling units; and not less than $1,000,000 for any other building, including, but not limited to, buildings designed for manufacturing, industrial, storage or commercial uses, including buildings containing five or more dwelling units. Any insurance policy shall provide for written notice to the Mayor within 30 days of any lapse, cancellation or change in coverage. Upon request, the owner shall provide evidence of the insurance to the Mayor, the Director of Law, the Chief of Police, Chief of Fire, Director of Community Development or the Chief Building Official.
(Ord. 15-09, passed 6-2-2009)